Castle Chambers, where solicitors work, could get work done to its entrance door if Norwich City Council give the plans their seal of approval.

It overlooks a statue of abolitionist Amelia Opie.

Castle Chambers on Opie Street (Image: Newsquest) The building is a purpose-built office block, which was designed by Edward Boardman for Cozens-Hardy - the solicitors' firm - in 1877.

The firm's planning statement says: "It has apparently been continuously occupied by the same firm up to the present day.

"It retains many original features that provide evidence of a comprehensive scheme of design and decoration."

The building is located on Opie Street, where a statue of the woman after which it was named still stands.

A statue of Amelia Opie on top of Café Gelato (Image: Newsquest) Amelia Opie,

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